Diode Laser Assisted Abscission and Low Level Laser Therapy for the Treatment of Mucocele –Literature Update and Case Report

Authors

Divya Khanna BDS, MDS, Clove Dental, New Delhi, IndiaFollow
Nikita Dhingra BDS, MD, Clove Dental, New Delhi, IndiaFollow
Rohit Yadav BDS, MDS, Clove Dental, New Delhi, IndiaFollow

Keywords

extravasation cyst, low level laser therapy, diode laser, mucosal preservation technique, pseudocyst, neo-angiogenesis

Abstract

Mucoceles are the quotidian, benign minor salivary gland lesions of the oral mucosa. They result from the accumulation of mucous secretion due to trauma or alteration of minor salivary glands. Clinically they are characterized by bluish, dome shaped, soft and fluctuant physiognomy with most frequent occurrence reported on the lower lip. Based on the histological features they are of two varieties mucous extravasation and retention cysts. Various treatment modalities including surgery, laser ablation, electrosurgery, marsupialization, cryosurgery, intra-lesional injections and corticosteroids have been reported in literature. In the present case, a mucosal preservation technique was used in conjunction with an 810nm diode laser for excision followed by irradiation by low level laser therapy to improve patient comfort and lead to accelerated and favorable wound healing. An excellent result with no relapse was reported in a 15 month follow up.

Recommended Citation

Khanna, Divya BDS, MDS; Dhingra, Nikita BDS, MD; and Yadav, Rohit BDS, MDS (2022) "Diode Laser Assisted Abscission and Low Level Laser Therapy for the Treatment of Mucocele –Literature Update and Case Report," The New York State Dental Journal: Vol. 88: No. 3, Article 4.
Available at: https://commons.ada.org/nysdj/vol88/iss3/4